New York Lottery Celebrates Another Million-Dollar Raffle Winner

Jamaica Resident Claims $1 Million Prize

The New York Lottery recently announced a significant win for a participant from the Jamaica neighborhood. This player triumphed in the Million Dollar Raffle held on October 26, adding another millionaire to the lottery’s ranks.

Details of the Winning Ticket

Shaurna Walters, a resident of Jamaica, was confirmed as one of the 15 winners of the $1,000,000 grand prize in the raffle commemorating the bicentennial of the Erie Canal. Walters opted to receive a lump sum payout amounting to $612,247. The winning ticket was purchased at J & E Dynamic Store located at 147-14 Jamaica Avenue in Jamaica.

Other Notable Winners Across New York

Additional top prize winners came from various counties including Chenango, Dutchess, Genesee, New York, Schenectady, Suffolk, and Westchester. Among them was Amritpal Singh from Painted Post, who also chose the lump sum option for his prize. Other recent winners include a Delaware County player who secured $1 million from Powerball, and a Suffolk County participant who won the $1,000 A Week For Life second prize by matching five numbers in the December 31, 2025, CASH4LIFE drawing, opting for a $648,102 lump sum payout.

Big Wins Beyond New York

Beyond New York, lottery players across the United States have also hit significant jackpots. For instance, a Michigan player claimed the Lucky For Life top prize and chose a lump sum payment of $390,000 over annual installments. This winner plans to use the funds to purchase a home and support family members. Meanwhile, Powerball and Mega Millions players have won multi-million dollar prizes even when just missing out on the top jackpots.